Multi-Platinum global hitmaker R3HAB joins forces with luminary Gold- and Platinum-certified Irish-American singer-songwriter Michael Patrick Kelly and multi-Grammy Award reggae icon Shaggy for "Rebellion" - a dynamic anthem of love and defiance. With electrifying dance beats, soulful melodies, and Shaggy's signature Caribbean flair, the track calls for a revolution of love. Michael Patrick Kelly describes the song as the rebellion of love in the midst of a world filled with hatred and violence. The two rebels in Michael's parts are like a portrait of Bonnie & Clyde of love, opposing all the hate and violence in the world by celebrating what they feel for each other. Together, these artists celebrate life with music, tearing down the works of destruction in the world and uniting people through rhythm, emotion, and pure energy.
"'Rebellion' is where three sounds collide - my electronic energy, Shaggy's reggae vibes, and Michael Patrick Kelly's soulful rock vocals. We've fused our styles into a feel-good anthem about taking on the world together. It's a testament to how music transcends genres, and we can't wait for fans to hear it." - R3HAB
"'Rebellion' is about the rebellion of love in the midst of a world full of hatred and violence. The song is about two rebels, a portrait of the Bonnie & Clyde of love, opposing all the hate and violence in the world by celebrating what they feel for each other. Calling out for a revolution of love, for a rebellion of lovers. The power is in the people who celebrate love and life with music and tear down the works of destruction in this world." - Michael Patrick Kelly
"Making music Is rebellion. What better way to express that than singing a song called 'Rebellion.'" - Shaggy
R3HAB
Multi-platinum DJ and producer Fadil El Ghoul, better known as R3HAB, has been trailblazing his way through dance music for the past fifteen years. From his breakthrough remixes for Rihanna, Drake, Taylor Swift, Calvin Harris, to anthems such as Platinum-certified "All Around The World (La La La)", "Rock My Body" and "Lullaby," to his collaborations with the likes of Ava Max, ZAYN, Jason Derulo, Luis Fonsi, and more, R3HAB has proven to be one of the most forward-thinking artists in the game. His work has collected over 12 billion streams to date, including more than 1.1B in 2024 alone. R3HAB founded his label CYB3RPVNK in 2016, which has passed 4B streams across platforms since its inception. R3HAB continues to evolve and diversify his sound by working with artists around the globe, pushing the boundaries of dance music as he collaborates across genres and languages. He is Spotify's Most Discovered Artist, one of Spotify's top 350 most streamed artists, ranked Top 20 consecutively since 2017 on the prestigious DJ Mag's Top 100 DJs chart, and has earned over 100 Diamond, Platinum, and Gold certificates. R3HAB has embarked on multiple sold-out worldwide tours and was the first dance music artist to sell out 15 consecutive shows in China. On top of that, he performed at the world's top festivals, such as EDC, Ultra Music Festival, Tomorrowland, Balaton Sound, Coachella, Summer Sonic Festival, DWP Jakarta. With his combination of innate artistry and innovative attitude, R3HAB has earned his place as a household name in dance music.
Michael Patrick Kelly
The luminary Irish-American singer-songwriter adeptly navigates the intricate interplay between mainstream appeal and artistic integrity within the dynamics of music culture. Over the span of a decade, his solo career has garnered numerous platinum and gold awards across Europe. His fifth solo album "B•O•A•T•S" (for Based On A True Story), once again ascended to the pinnacle of the charts. Its anthemic tracks, including "Beautiful Madness," "Throwback," and "Blurry Eyes," have become staples on international airwaves. Other Hits of the album include the captivating single "Wonders," featuring the iconic Rakim, hailed as the premier lyricist of all time by The Source. The unexpected synergy between Michael Patrick Kelly and Rakim epitomizes Kelly's bold willingness to traverse musical boundaries. Kelly's artistic versatility is further evidenced by his co-songwriting credit on the EDM chart-topper "Where Are You Now" (1.5 billion streams only on Spotify) by Lost Frequencies & Calum Scott, as well as his role as a coach on major TV programs such as "The Voice of Germany" and "Sing Meinen Song," where he lent his expertise for three consecutive seasons. Michael Patrick Kelly's distinct four-octave voice, charismatic stage presence, and genuine connection with the crowd create an immersive live experience. His "B•O•A•T•S" tour comprised an electrifying number of over 70 shows across Europe.
Shaggy
Born Orville Richard Burrell and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, Shaggy got his start as an MC in New York City's burgeoning dancehall scene soon after moving to Brooklyn in his teens. Not long after serving four years in the U.S. Marines (including two tours of duty in the Middle East as part of Operation Desert Storm), he inked his first record deal and quickly scored a global crossover smash with "Oh Carolina." Throughout the following decade, he further established himself as one of the most influential reggae/dancehall artists propelled by the immense popularity of albums such as the 1995 breakthrough "Boombastic" and the multi-platinum sensation "Hot Shot" in 2000. This career-defining album now holds the prestigious title of the highest-ranked album by a Caribbean artist on Billboard's Top 200 Albums of the 21st century. As the only diamond-selling dancehall artist in music history, Shaggy, managed by Martin Kierszenbaum/Cherrytree Music Company, has sold more than 40 million album units to date, in addition to landing 8 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 and 7 albums on the Billboard 200 (including 4 in the top 40). He has received 2 Grammy Awards and is among the top 3 streamed reggae artists of all time on Spotify.
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